Week Three ⚂

This week we have been learning...

Take a look at some of our learning from this week.

We have been learning about and forming the numbers zero and one (remember to include zero when you are counting at home), recognising rhyming words and sharing our favourite foods with everyone, as we continue to get to know one another and build friendships.

In PE we have been practising sharing space, moving our bodies in different ways and learning some new games.

Nessie Novels 📔

Each year at Ness Castle Primary School your child will complete a 'Nessie Novel'. 

Each year will be another chapter in their Ness Castle journey and in the end they will have seven years worth of scrapbooks to complete their novel which is a learning profile.

Pupils, staff, parents and peers will all have an opportunity to contribute to Nessie Novels.

Photographs, assessment, certificates and pieces of work will be compliled and arranged to create a P1S chapter this year.

Should you ever feel there is something important you think your child could put into their Novel, that is important in their learning journey this year, then please send it in to school with their name and this can be added. 🖼️🏆📷

Week Two ⚁

Every day in Primary 1 is an adventure packed with discovery, creativity, and fun. Our classroom is a place where learning comes alive through hands-on activities, teamwork, and stories that spark imagination. Here’s a peek into some of the highlights of our week, and how they help our children grow. 

Fire Drill - When we practice our fire drills, it’s all about keeping calm, following instructions, and working together. These drills teach children about safety and responsibility while helping them feel confident in new situations. We’re so proud of how quickly our learners listen and line up like champions! 

Outdoor Games - The outdoors is one of our favourite classrooms. Whether it’s running, jumping, or engaging in group games, outside play helps children develop their gross motor skills, coordination, and team spirit. It’s also the perfect time to let off some energy and enjoy the fresh air. 

Rainbow Table - At the Rainbow Table, the magic happens! Here, children can explore puzzles, crafts, and activities that encourage critical thinking and creativity. It’s a space where every child gets to try something new at their own pace, all while fostering independence and curiosity. 

Our Ness Castle Values - growing together! Our Ness Castle Values guide everything we do in the classroom. Whether it’s kindness, respect, or perseverance, we weave these values into every activity, helping our children grow not just as learners but as thoughtful and caring individuals.

Storytime - Books like The Way Back Home transport us to magical worlds while teaching valuable lessons about friendship, problem-solving, and courage. Storytime is a cherished moment in our day, sparking imaginations and building a love for reading. 

Peg Boards - Peg boards are a favourite for building fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Children create patterns, pictures, and designs, all while strengthening the muscles they’ll use for writing. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to encourage concentration and patience.

Paint and Sand - Art and sensory play are essential for young learners. Painting helps children express themselves while exploring colours and textures. The sand tray is perfect for building castles, digging tunnels, and practicing early math skills like measuring and comparing. These activities make learning feel like play, which is the best kind of learning! 

Dinosaurs - A keen interest of our children in P1S. We enjoyed reading and listening to Harry and the dinosaurs go to school. We made our own dinosaurs. We practiced our cutting skills by cutting out our dinosaur and then cutting out triangle shapes to be glued on top for their spikes. 

PE Sessions - On a Monday we have PE with our friends in P1M and on a Wednesday we go ourselves as P1S. We have been thinking about safety in the gym hall, using all the space, moving our bodies, cooperation and following instructions. 

2D Shapes - This term we are looking at 2D shapes in maths. We have used lots of our play equipment to help us learn about different shapes and discuss sides, corners etc.

Drum fun - We had a workshop with Drum Fun and it really was so much fun! We all got to play a drum and learn about rhythm and beat. It was great fun to sing songs and learn about tempo, rhythm, beat and how to play a drum. 

Celebrating Achievements Assembly💫

At Ness Castle Primary School we offer pupils the opportunity to share in their success both in and out with school. 

Should a pupil have an achievement from out with school they wish to share then please feel free to allow them to bring in any trophies, medals, photographs or simply just help your child prepare something to say at assembly to share any recent success. 

For example - learning to ride a bike without stabilizers, moving up a swimming group, earning a new belt in martial arts etc. 

Assemblies happen on a Friday morning and the dates for Celebrating Achievement Assemblies can be found on the school newsletter.

We love hearing about the success of our wee Nessies! 🏆💙

Week One ⚀

A week of making friends and learning new routines. 

We have enjoyed lots of play - trying all the toys and we are getting much better at putting them back in the correct places too!

This is a brilliant skill to practise at home to support independence.